"Research Senior Technician"

Research Senior Technician

The Research Senior Technician provides advanced research support for behavioral and neuroimaging studies within the Saygin Lab by independently conducting routine laboratory and field research activities and supporting broader research initiatives. This role coordinates participant recruitment and data collection, conducts behavioral and imaging experiments, processes and analyzes research data, and supports study implementation and regulatory compliance.

The Research Senior Technician applies established research methodologies and procedures, works independently on routine assignments, and collaborates with investigators, lab members, and external partners to ensure accurate and efficient study execution. This position may provide guidance and training to undergraduate research assistants and new staff.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.

Required Qualifications

• Relevant experience as demonstrated by one of the following:
  • No prior experience required with a Bachelors degree
  • Two (2) years of relevant experience with an Associates degree
  • Four (4) years of relevant experience with a High School diploma
• Broad knowledge of standard research processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Ability to independently perform routine research tasks and resolve issues using established procedures.
• Ability to support data analysis, research documentation, and preparation of reports or manuscripts.
• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.

The pay range for this job profile is $19.28 - $25.19. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications.

The College

With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provide extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college gives students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of success.

Department Information

The Department of Psychology is a central department on campus, with the third largest undergraduate major at OSU, almost 140 graduate students, and approximately 50 tenure-stream faculty. Our department aims to produce exceptional, innovative research to advance knowledge about mind, brain, and behavior, with the goal of understanding and improving the human condition.